South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
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Important Message from the Founder, Carol Lee:
Some of the information on this page / web site refers to our policies, programs and activities prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic. We hope this will pass eventually, so rather than re-write the entire page, please keep in mind that things are different right now and for the short term at least.
Call us at 806 799-2142 if you have questions
Important Message from Director Gail Barnes:
In response to the Coronavirus concerns, SPWRC has implemented procedures for protecting our staff, volunteers, interns, and the public. These changes are being put in place in keeping with the social distancing orders.
Our Animal Drop-off Building is still open 24 hours a day,
but we ask that you complete the paperwork inside and leave the wildlife you have rescued in one of the cages.
*We will not come out to the building until after you leave the premises.
PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO JUNIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM THIS SUMMER.
WE REGRET THAT WE MUST POSTPONE THIS VERY POPULAR PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, BUT IN KEEPING WITH THE CURRENT NATIONAL HEALTH CRISIS WE MUST KEEP OURSELVES AND OTHER PEOPLE SAFE.
Our hours to the
public have been adjusted as follows:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon
Sunday Closed - Our Animal Drop Off Building will continue to be checked
Thank you
for your patience and cooperation during this difficult time.
Please call 799-2142 if you have any questions.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 (RHDV2) has
been found in Lubbock and Hockley counties
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus 2 is a fatal, viral disease that affects both domestic and wild rabbits, including hares, jackrabbits and cottontails.
You can read more here from the USDA:
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_health/fs-rhdv2.pdf
One more way you can help support the work we do at the Wildlife Center!
South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Inc. is an IRS determined 501 (c) 3 non-profit facility that cares for orphaned, injured, ill and displaced wild animals with the ultimate goal of returning wildlife back to its natural habitat whenever possible.
Busy "Baby Season" is likely to begin in March or April. If our winter continues to be mild, doves and squirrels will be starting families, soon followed by songbirds like Blue Jays, Robins and Mockingbirds in May.
We'll be very busy during daylight hours 7 days a week.
If you'd like to volunteer, call us at 806 799-2142 and talk
with Gail Barnes, our Director (Many things are on "Hold"
during the pandemic - Call and speak with Gail if you have questions
The Wildlife Center does not take domestic pets (Cats/kittens, dogs/puppies, pet parrots, rabbits, etc.)
This link provides a list of Lubbock Area Animal Rescues that work with domestic pets.
How can SPWRC help you?
Where you located and what are your hours?
(Please see information at the top of this page for information during the Coronavirus Pandemic
SPWRC is on Indiana Avenue at 95th Street behind the 80 ft. wall with a wildlife mural. Our official address is 3308 95th Street Lubbock, TX 79423. The Wildlife Drop-Off building in our driveway is open 24 hours a day.
Volunteers and staff are on site seven days a week during daylight hours only.
Where do I go if I bring you an animal?
(Please see information at the top of this page for information during the Coronavirus Pandemic
There is a white building in the parking lot where all animals check in. Please fill out an admission slip with information about the animal and you (its rescuer) for our records.
During daylight hours, a buzzer will sound and someone will come out to meet you (Summer Staff hours – 8 am to 8 pm).
Weekends and after hours – fill out the admission slip and leave the animal in a box or in one of the cages. Staff checks the building every morning and periodically throughout the day.
Please do NOT try to enter the main property (past the electric gate) or go to the house at the front of the property.
The Animal Drop-Off Building (pictured) is the point of entry for all animals admitted to SPWRC.
What should I do
if I find a:
- Wildlife Youngsters – When to Rescue
- Baby Birds – Baby Birds 101
- Cottontail Bunnies – Cottontail 101
- Chimney Swifts
How can I make a donation of supplies? Take a look at our Wish List of needed supplies.
- You may purchase items locally and bring to our Animal Drop-Off Building (95th & Indiana)
- Or use SPWRC Amazon Wish List – order from Amazon and have it delivered to us
How can I make a monetary donation?
- Mail checks to SPWRC, Inc. and send to 3308 95th Street, Lubbock TX 79423
- Through PayPal –
our email for PayPal is spwrc2@yahoo.com or use this link to PayPal
- Charitable donation through AmazonSmile as you shop. Sign up at https://smile.amazon.com/ch/75-2468445
- Start a Facebook Fundraiser that will benefit SPWRC
Donations are tax-deductible to the extent the law allows. South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit facility.
How can I be a volunteer at SPWRC? Forms and Information available HERE
- Adult Volunteers (age 18 and above)
- Junior Volunteers (age 12 to 17) during the summer months
Can I visit SPWRC and see your animals?
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is not open to the public except during our Open House events.
The animals are recuperating and need rest and quiet.
Our next Open House will be sometime in spring. Details will be posted here and on our Facebook page.
Can I schedule an environmental educational program for a group?
Programs are done for a fee. Funds raised support our operating and general expenses.
SPWRC receives no funding from federal or state agencies. Contact Gail Barnes at 799-2142 for more information.
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